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Several studies have shown that practising mindfulness, which is defined as cultivating open-minded attention to the present moment, benefits children. Children who receive mindfulness training at school enhance their attention and behaviour, as well as their mental health.

Many studies have revealed that children benefit from practising mindfulness, which is defined as cultivating open-minded attention to the present moment. Children who get mindfulness training at school show improvements in attention and behaviour, as well as improved mental health.

or years, scientists have debated whether hormone therapy (HT) is linked to an increased risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A recent comprehensive study and meta-analysis attempt to settle the controversy, revealing a strong correlation between HT use in the past and GERD.

People with Type 2 diabetes who were given a smartphone app that delivers personalized cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) saw significantly greater reductions in their blood sugar and less need for higher doses of diabetes medications at six months compared with those who only received standard diabetes care and a control app, in a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session Together With the World Congress of Cardiology.

Melbourne [Australia], September 10 (ANI): It can be difficult to strike the "just right" balance in a child's hectic day--not too much sport, not too little sleep. While parents find it difficult to fit homework between extracurricular obligations and downtime, groundbreaking software might offer a much-needed alternative.

Washington [US], December 10 (ANI): Young adults who increased their use of social media were significantly more likely to develop depression within six months, according to a new national study authored by Dr Brian Primack, dean of the College of Education and Health Professions and professor of public health at the University of Arkansas.

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 2 (ANI): Researchers have developed a mobile phone app to help identify the risk of preterm birth in women so that they can be given special treatments and care.

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 20 (ANI): A study has found that smartphone app reminders are more beneficial when it comes to taking the medication in comparison to those who keep written instructions.

Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 28 (ANI): Researchers found that people who are stressed after using social media are more addicted to the platforms.

Washington D.C. [USA], Jun 2 (ANI): A new study has shown that a smartphone app improved pain control and reduced opiate painkiller use in patients who used the app after total knee replacement surgery.